SOLUTION: I am trying to write an algebraic expreession for the following: 5 less than 2/3 of a number is 3.

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Question 402966: I am trying to write an algebraic expreession for the following:
5 less than 2/3 of a number is 3.
Found 2 solutions by Alan3354, stanbon:
Answer by Alan3354(69443) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
n = a number
(2/3)n - 5 = 3

Answer by stanbon(75887) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
5 less than 2/3 of a number is 3.
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Equation:
(2/3)x-5 = 3
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(2/3)x = 8
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(1/3)x = 4
x = 12
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Cheers,
Stan H.